The Effect of Blood Flow Restriction Training on Hamstring Elasticity After Injury

Launched by UNIVERSITY GHENT · Jan 27, 2020

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying how a specific type of exercise called Blood Flow Restriction Training (BFRT) can help improve the flexibility of the hamstring muscle after an injury, specifically for football players who have recently strained their hamstring. Participants will be divided into three groups: one group will receive standard rehabilitation along with BFRT, another group will receive standard rehabilitation with a fake version of BFRT, and the third group will only get standard rehabilitation. The goal is to see how well each approach helps with recovery over time.

To be eligible for this trial, participants must be male adults aged 18 to 35 who have suffered an acute hamstring strain injury. Those with a history of hamstring injuries, recent severe injuries or surgeries on the leg, or certain health issues that prevent safe participation will not be included. Throughout the study, participants will undergo several assessments, including MRI scans and special measurements to track the healing of their injured hamstring. They will also have regular follow-ups for six months to check for any re-injuries. This research aims to find the best ways to help athletes recover quickly and safely from hamstring injuries.

Gender

MALE

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Acute hamstring strain injury
• • Male
• • Adult (18+) between 18 and 35 years old
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • History of hamstring injuries
• • Recent severe trauma or surgery in the lower extremity
• • Any contra-indication for occluding vascular flow (such as hypertension, risk factors for and/or history of cardiovascular pathologies or thromboembolism, surgery, fractures, severe obesity,...)